Foreign loan inflows to Bangladesh fell 19% in FY2025-26, while debt repayments rose, raising concerns over development spending and economic stability.
The U.S. has spent $25 billion on military operations against Iran since Feb 28. Defense officials say munitions are the primary expense as "Operation Epic Fury" continues without a set end date.
Myanmar’s junta has transferred Aung San Suu Kyi to house arrest. While state media signals a policy shift, her son, Kim Aris, remains skeptical of the unverified reports and outdated images.
Brent crude spiked to $126 as the U.S. considers "short and powerful" strikes on Iran. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, global food, fuel, and fertilizer costs are surging.
Global gold prices surged past $5,000 an ounce for the first time as investors flocked to safe-haven assets amid geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty.
The European Union and India are preparing a new security and defence partnership that may allow India to take part in EU defence programmes, according to a draft document.
A national committee formed by Bangladesh’s interim government says former prime minister Sheikh Hasina was not involved in any illegal financial transactions linked to power sector projects.
At least 126 people have been killed during U.S. military and Coast Guard operations targeting suspected drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific, according to U.S. Southern Command.
